De Fer Coffee & Tea – American
Sunlight dances across a vibrant, industrial-chic space where the rhythmic hiss of steam and the rich aroma of freshly roasted beans create an inviting sanctuary for coffee purists and casual gatherers alike. Each pour tells a global story, from the delicate floral notes of a Santa Monica Washed Gesha to the bold, storied depths of the Sons of Vulcan blend, bridging the gap between far-flung estates and the soulful pulse of Pittsburgh.
2002, Smallman Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222 +14122092226 https://www.defer.coffee/strip-district0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at De Fer Coffee & Tea
Dairy-Free at De Fer Coffee & Tea
De Fer Coffee & Tea in Pittsburgh has 32 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Naive Chocolates, Cuna De Piedra: 73% Cacao with Coffee Beans and Faroe Islands Salmon - Fangst. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at De Fer Coffee & Tea
De Fer Coffee & Tea in Pittsburgh has 23 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cuna De Piedra: 73% Cacao with Coffee Beans, Faroe Islands Salmon - Fangst and Octopus in Olive Oil w/ Garlic - Jose Gourmet. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at De Fer Coffee & Tea
De Fer Coffee & Tea in Pittsburgh has 59 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Naive Chocolates, Cuna De Piedra: 73% Cacao with Coffee Beans and Wild Albacore Tuna with Garden Herb Pesto - Scout. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at De Fer Coffee & Tea
De Fer Coffee & Tea in Pittsburgh has 12 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Faroe Islands Salmon - Fangst, Smoked Mackerel - Jose Gourmet and Tuna Filets in Olive Oil - Jose Gourmet. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at De Fer Coffee & Tea
De Fer Coffee & Tea in Pittsburgh has 6 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Smoked Rainbow Trout - Fishwife, Spicy Mussels - Patagonia Provisions and Cantabrian Anchovies in Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Fishwife. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at De Fer Coffee & Tea
De Fer Coffee & Tea in Pittsburgh has 7 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Smoked Rainbow Trout - Fishwife, Spicy Mussels - Patagonia Provisions and Cantabrian Anchovies in Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Fishwife. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at De Fer Coffee & Tea
De Fer Coffee & Tea in Pittsburgh has 11 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Faroe Islands Salmon - Fangst, Smoked Mackerel - Jose Gourmet and Tuna Filets in Olive Oil - Jose Gourmet. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at De Fer Coffee & Tea
De Fer Coffee & Tea in Pittsburgh has 23 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Naive Chocolates, Cuna De Piedra: 73% Cacao with Coffee Beans and Cuna De Piedra: 73% Cacao with Mezcal Joven. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at De Fer Coffee & Tea
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Tuna Filets in Olive Oil - Jose Gourmet | 4.4 g | 96.9 g |
| Wild Albacore Tuna with Garden Herb Pesto - Scout | 108.5 g | 79.4 g |
| Spiced Mackerel Paté - Jose Gourmet | 4.8 g | 74.4 g |
| Spiced Sardine Paté - Jose Gourmet | 4.8 g | 74.1 g |
| Spiced Octopus in Olive Oil - Jose Gourmet | 4.4 g | 63.1 g |
| Smoked Salmon with Fly By Jing Chili Crisp - Fishwife | 71.6 g | 52.1 g |
| Smoked Trout Filets in Olive Oil - Jose Gourmet | 5.7 g | 51.8 g |
| Spiced Calamari in Ragout - Jose Gourmet | 37.5 g | 50.7 g |
| Smoked Salmon in Olive Oil - Jose Gourmet | 4.4 g | 47.4 g |
| Fried Mussels in Marinade - Jose Gourmet | 7.5 g | 42.2 g |
| Sardines in Tomato Sauce - Jose Gourmet | 6.4 g | 41.4 g |
| Sardines in Coconut Curry Sauce - Patagonia Provisions | 51.5 g | 40.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Monday
- 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Friday
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Coffee
- El Quetzal - $10 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Eliza Furnace - $10 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Light Up Night 2025 - $12 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Las Lajas - $12 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Santa Monica Washed Gesha - $28 Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Wush Wush - $12
- Sons of Vulcan - $10 Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Popayan Decaf - $10 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Ceiba - $10 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- From Panama to PGH - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Bessemer Instant Coffee - $17.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Eliza Furnace Instant Coffee - $17.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol
- Coffee Variety Pack - $33.5: Four 4oz bags of favorite coffees Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Tea & Matcha
- Iron Goddess - $22 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Breakfast Mint - $14 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Breakfast in The Strip - $12 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Lavender Grey - $14 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Breakfast Grey - $13 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Ginger Turmeric - $15
- Vanilla Rooibos - $14 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Sencha - $13 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Masala Chai - $14
- Gan Zao Ye - $17 Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Tenzo Ceremonial Matcha - $45.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Tenzo Premium Matcha - $34.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Tinned Fish
- Sardines in Tomato Sauce - Jose Gourmet - $8.99 Dietary tags: Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sardines w/ Lemon & Olive Oil - Jose Gourmet - $8.99 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Mackerel - Jose Gourmet - $9.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Trout Filets in Olive Oil - Jose Gourmet - $14.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Albacore Tuna in Olive Oil - Fishwife - $8.99 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cantabrian Anchovies in Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Fishwife - $8.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Rainbow Trout - Fishwife - $11.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Salmon with Fly By Jing Chili Crisp - Fishwife - $14.99 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Mussels - Patagonia Provisions - $8 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Mussels - Patagonia Provisions - $8 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sardines in Coconut Curry Sauce - Patagonia Provisions - $8 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Mussels in Marinade - Jose Gourmet - $12 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Faroe Islands Salmon - Fangst - $10.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spiced Mackerel Paté - Jose Gourmet - $6 Dietary tags: Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Organic PEI Mussels in Paprika, Fennel & Tomato Sauce - Scout - $9 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wild Albacore Tuna with Garden Herb Pesto - Scout - $8 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Sardines in Olive Oil - Jose Gourmet - $9.75 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spiced Calamari in Ragout - Jose Gourmet - $13 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Octopus in Olive Oil w/ Garlic - Jose Gourmet - $19.99 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Filets in Olive Oil - Jose Gourmet - $14.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spiced Sardine Paté - Jose Gourmet - $5.49 Dietary tags: Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spiced Octopus in Olive Oil - Jose Gourmet - $19.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Squid in Ink - Jose Gourmet - $16.99 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Salmon in Olive Oil - Jose Gourmet - $12.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Chocolate
- Cuna De Piedra: 73% Cacao with Coffee Beans - $10.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Cuna De Piedra: 73% Cacao with Ancient Spring Salt - $10.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Cuna De Piedra: 73% Cacao with Mezcal Joven - $12.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Friis Holm: Indio Rojo 70% Dark Chocolate - $19.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian
- Friis Holm: La Dalia 85% Dark Chocolate - $19.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Friis Holm: Chuno 70% Dark Chocolate - $19.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Friis Holm: O'Payo Milk Sansho 50% Milk Chocolate - $19.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Naive Chocolates - $10.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Raaka Chocolates - $7.49 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Renal
- Omnom Holiday Chocolates - $7.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Omnom Chocolates - $8.49 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
Pantry & Mixers
- Paul Family Farms Honey - $14 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Paul Family Farms Maple Syrup - $13 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Paul Family Farms Bourbon Barrel-Aged Maple Syrup - $14 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Bittermilk Cocktail Mixers - $14.99 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Luxardo Cherries - $26.99: 14.1 oz Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Bitters Lab - $15 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Frequently Asked Questions about De Fer Coffee & Tea
- Is De Fer Coffee & Tea dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. De Fer Coffee & Tea has 32 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Naive Chocolates, Cuna De Piedra: 73% Cacao with Coffee Beans and Faroe Islands Salmon - Fangst.
- What can I eat at De Fer Coffee & Tea on a dairy-free diet?
- Naive Chocolates, Cuna De Piedra: 73% Cacao with Coffee Beans and Faroe Islands Salmon - Fangst carry the dairy-free tag, out of 32 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does De Fer Coffee & Tea have vegan options?
- Yes. 23 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Naive Chocolates and Cuna De Piedra: 73% Cacao with Coffee Beans.
- Is De Fer Coffee & Tea gluten-free?
- 23 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at De Fer Coffee & Tea?
- Tuna Filets in Olive Oil - Jose Gourmet, at roughly 96.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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